Another win for Galway and An Púcán

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

The team at Galway’s An Púcán have just scooped another national award - this time at the 2015 Irish Whiskey Awards which were held in Dublin on Thursday last.

Clayton Hotel Galway scoops national award at the JCI Friendly Business Awards

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Clayton Hotel Galway are celebrating this week having been awarded as national winners in the Disability Access category of the JCI Ireland Friendly Business Awards 2015. 

GMIT open days to feature new interactive learning and development activities 

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Secondary school pupils, teachers, and career counsellors will find a new format at GMIT’s upcoming open days on Friday October 23 (9.30am to 12.30pm) and Saturday October 24, with a new focus on learning and development games and activities.

Use your 1c and 2c coins to help a good cause

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

The Central Bank is beginning the process of rounding out 1c and 2c coins next Wednesday October 28, so if you wish to get rid of your coins and help a worthy cause, donate to Change for Charity.

Coffee Morning at The Connacht Hotel in aid of BCR

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

The Connacht Hotel in Renmore will be hosting a coffee morning tomorrow Friday October 23 in aid of Breast Cancer Research. 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to help raise awareness the hotel are delighted to help raise much needed funds for a third year in a row. Everyone is welcome, and we would encourage you to bring friends, family and colleagues and enjoy tea, coffee and some treats while making a donation to this very worthy locally based charity.

Rebecca’s busy London life makes her the city’s top Periscoper

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

A Galwaywoman is a social media pioneer in the UK after her live streaming posts have made her the largest content provider on the Periscope app.

INCADDS would like to open ADHD minds to mindfulness

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

ADHD is a behavioural disorder associated with cognitive impairments and brain alterations, both structural and functional. Increased rates of co-morbid psychiatric symptoms and secondary impairments such as work or relationship difficulties are commonly reported in ADHD. Cognitive deficits in executive functioning, including attention, working memory, and inhibition have been widely noted, as have difficulties in arousal, motivation, and emotional regulation (self-regulation impairments).

Upskill with a computerised accounts (Sage 50) award

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

In recent times many businesses are relying on debt and credit control to maintain cash flow in their businesses. A working knowledge of a computerised accounts system, such as Sage, will prove beneficial in achieving this task and will also transfer as an employable skill.

Four-day certified life and business coaching blueprint

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Would you like to become a highly paid expert creating the life, career, and business that you love? Consultants and business professionals across Ireland are now realising this dream as they add a nationally recognised coaching skillset to their CV. 

Open days for Galway Community College secondary school

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Galway Community College has been meeting the educational needs of the city’s Junior Certificate and Leaving Certificate students for more than 45 years. The college is continually improving its facilities to serve the needs of all learners.

Are you looking for employment as a carer but need a FETAC course? 

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

The healthcare sector in Ireland has witnessed significant changes in the past 10 years. Increased regulation now means carers and healthcare workers are required to obtain FETAC/QQI accredited courses to work in the care sector.

HealthSET is a Galway based accredited healthcare training company specialising in a range of QQI level 5 healthcare courses. Its QQI courses are taught by highly experienced registered nurses which allows learners to gain access to up-to-date clinical practices. With high learner satisfaction rates and small class sizes, adult learners gain high quality tuition and one to one support. On these courses, carers will learn hands-on nursing care skills through assimilated scenarios and practical demonstrations under the supervision of qualified nurses. 

Tony Burke Motors, Galway, wins  Carzone.ie sponsorship for Craughwell GAA

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Tony Burke Motors, a family-owned, award winning Toyota dealership in Ballybrit, Galway, has won the Carzone.ie sponsorship for their chosen local sports teams, the Craughwell U8, U10, U12 and U14 GAA teams. The lucky teams recently received the sponsored kit which consists of a set of branded jerseys, a pair of shorts and socks for every player. 

New Cloonboo Freaky Forest obstacle and family fun run

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Calling all Mammy’s, Daddies & Children, join others in Cloonboo in Annaghdown this Bank Holiday Sunday October 25 at 2pm. Located 10 mins from Galway City on the Headford Road  the Adults and Kids Forest Bog Run / Walk and Obstacle Course is a new fundraising forest walk in aid of Annaghdown Community Games 2016. 

Spectacular winter bridal sale at The White Room

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Brides will be flocking to The White Room in Mullingar for their spectacular bridal sample sale taking place on Thurs Oct 29 through to November 1.

Evergreen Barna to hold Open Day today

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

It’s that time of year again! Evergreen Barna is hosting their annual open day today Thursday October 22 from 10am until 7pm. This open day is Evergreen Healthfoods way of thanking all of their wonderful and loyal customers for their custom and support over the last number of years. Join Evergreen Barna for a day of product sampling, food tastings, face painting, prize giveaways and much more. There might even be a few surprises on the day.

Eating the right food for exercise

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Would you like to know exactly what to eat to have energy for exercise?

Nolan demands rapid introduction of free GP care for under 12s

Wed, Oct 21, 2015

The free GP care for all children under 12, announced in Budget 2016, must become a reality as soon as possible, and will only do so when the Government begins talks with doctors in Galway and across the country.

Use your 1c and 2c coins to help a good cause

Tue, Oct 20, 2015

The Central Bank is beginning the process of rounding out 1c and 2c coins next Wednesday October 28, so if you wish to get rid of your coins and help a worthy cause, donate to Change for Charity.

No funding to staff it — councillors ask for review of ‘unrealistic’ new housing scheme

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

The Galway City Council has unanimously passed a motion calling on the Government to rethink the new Housing Assistance Payment scheme, amid fears the scheme will cause chaos for the local authority due to a lack of funding to staff it.

Fine print reveals the flaws in Government messages

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

Before the 'Send' icon was clicked, someone should have asked Labour Galway West TD Derek Nolan if he wanted one final look over his press release welcoming Budget 2016, because concluding this happy statement, entitled Family-Friendly Budget Ensures Right People Benefit From Recovery, is one hell of a howler.

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